SideKick2: Master of Rhythmic Dynamics and Creative Automation
In modern music production, precise control over dynamics and rhythm is key to creating a professional and engaging mix. The SideKick2 plugin from Rewired Records, designed as a VST effect for 64-bit Windows systems, offers a powerful and flexible approach to these tasks. It combines classic sidechain functionality with unique visual volume shape editing capabilities, opening up new horizons for creativity.
Sidechain: The Foundation of Modern Sound
Sidechain is a technique that allows one audio signal to control the volume of another, most often used to create a “pumping” effect between the kick drum and the bass. SideKick2 makes implementing this technique simple and effective, allowing you to:
- Improve the readability of percussion, giving it space in a dense mix.
- Create a characteristic “pulsating” groove, which is the basis for many electronic and pop genres.
- Effectively resolve conflicts between instruments competing for frequency space.
SideKick2 provides intuitive tools for precise adjustment of the sidechain reaction, allowing you to achieve the desired effect with ease.
More Than Just Sidechain: Shape Graph and Creative Effects
The main advantage of SideKick2 is its fully editable shape graph. Instead of standard compression settings, you can literally draw how the volume of your signal will change over time, synchronized with the input signal. This allows you to create:
- Precise Dynamic Modulation: From smooth fades to sharp rhythmic “cut-offs” – full control over the volume change shape.
- Trance Gate Effects: Easily transform sustained sounds into rhythmic patterns, creating pulsating textures.
- Unique Automation: Implement complex and original volume automation ideas that go beyond traditional methods.
Quick Start and Convenience
SideKick2 comes with a set of built-in presets that demonstrate the diverse possibilities of its application – from classic “pumping” to creative rhythmic effects. These presets are a great starting point for experiments or quick use. The visual interface with the graph makes the process of creating and adjusting effects fast and intuitive.
The Perfect Choice for Your Production
SideKick2 from Rewired Records is a versatile tool for any producer who works with music where rhythm and dynamics matter. It allows you to easily integrate complex sidechain, trance gate, and creative volume automation effects into your mixes. If you are looking for an effective and visually clear VST plugin for Windows (64-bit) to add energy and groove to your tracks, SideKick2 will be a valuable addition to your arsenal.
